Globalisation is a complex and multidimensional phenomenon that has redefined the global economic, political, cultural, and technological landscape. It generates a growing interconnectedness between people and different societies, and it expands the flows of goods, services, ideas and across the world. Globalisation has become a widely debated topic in recent years, with opinions divided on whether it is beneficial or harmful to the world. This research paper provides an in-depth examination of how globalization has affected the economic and social standing of both the poor and the rich. The authors highlight that globalization can drive economic growth, creating new opportunities and elevating living standards. For wealthy individuals and developed nations, globalization opens up new markets and fosters technological advancements, increasing their wealth and influence. However, for poorer populations, the benefits are mixed. While globalization can provide access to jobs and technology, it often comes with challenges like low wages, job insecurity, and environmental exploitation, leading to a widening income gap between the rich and poor. The author presents these dynamics to illustrate the uneven distribution of globalization's benefits and the social and economic stratification that has emerged as a result. Beyond economic impacts, the paper also emphasizes how globalization has influenced global security and environmental sustainability. The interconnectedness brought by globalization means that security issues in one region can quickly impact other parts of the world, making global stability a shared concern. This complexity is further compounded by climate change, which has been intensified by globalized industrial activity and resource consumption. The paper balances these concerns by acknowledging both positive developments, such as advancements in global cooperation for environmental action, and the urgent challenges globalization poses to equitable growth and environmental health.
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Globalisation, Wealth, Inequality, Economic Growth, Competition, Recession, International Trade, Climate Change
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